The Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training (known as FIRST) is dedicated to make running more accessible and limit overtraining and burnout while producing faster race times. FIRST is one of the foremost experts in the world on the science of running; its authority is unmatched and the promise of training less and accomplishing more has made the first two editions of Run Less, Run Faster a solid and steady seller. With 50 percent updated content, this new edition of Run Less, Run Faster continues to promise the same tantalizing results: Readers can get stronger, faster, and better by training less. It will also include more sections for novice runners, broadening the audience appeal, as well as training plans tailored to the new qualifying times for the Boston Marathon. The quality-over-quantity approach optimizes training time and yields better performance—results runners will love no matter what distance they are racing.
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Bill Pierce, listed as a marathon supercoach by Runner's World magazine, is an experienced marathoner and chair of the Health Sciences Department at Furman University. Scott Murr, an experienced marathoner and 12-time Ironman Triathlon finisher, is director of the Furman Fitness and Aquatics Center. Ra y Moss is professor of Health Sciences and director of the Molnar Human Performance Laboratory at Furman University.
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By drgioia75
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I have the old version and the programs are really good. 3 tough runs/week + 2 cross training sessions is a good way to stay fit without risking overuse injuries. I had good success with this program in my first marathon.
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Efficient Training Method
Aug 17 2012
By Barbara U.
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Format:Paperback
I've always had the theory that if everyone who trained for a sport would cut their training time in half, their performance would improve. While this book doesn't advocate that exactly, it proves the idea that training a lot less does improve performance. The method is called the FIRST program, which stands for Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training.
The book is for anyone who wants to improve their running performance and is divided into 4 sections. The first section explains the FIRST approach, where a "3 plus 2" format is the foundation. This means you have 3 quality runs each week and 2 cross training workouts.
The second section is how to follow the program. Briefly, one day is a cross training day, then a "track repeats" day, then a cross training day, then a "tempo run" day, a day of rest, a "long run" day, and then either another rest day/or optional cross training day. Cross training days include activities such as cycling or swimming.
The 3rd section covers performance factors which include such things as running in hot and cold climates, nutrition, and injuries (readers who have Achilles tendinitis that interferes with their running might also be interested in Treat Your Own Achilles Tendinitis).
Lastly, Section 4 covers supplemental training, which I feel is an often overlooked/skipped part of running training. Here you get info such as instructions and pics on how to strength train and stretch for running (important!!).
The book ends with a bonus section on how to qualify/train for the Boston Marathon. Additionally, you get an Appendix A (pacing table) and an Appendix B (how to calculate pacing).
Backed by studies conducted by the authors, this is a great resource for anyone who wants to get better results with less training.
The book is for anyone who wants to improve their running performance and is divided into 4 sections. The first section explains the FIRST approach, where a "3 plus 2" format is the foundation. This means you have 3 quality runs each week and 2 cross training workouts.
The second section is how to follow the program. Briefly, one day is a cross training day, then a "track repeats" day, then a cross training day, then a "tempo run" day, a day of rest, a "long run" day, and then either another rest day/or optional cross training day. Cross training days include activities such as cycling or swimming.
The 3rd section covers performance factors which include such things as running in hot and cold climates, nutrition, and injuries (readers who have Achilles tendinitis that interferes with their running might also be interested in Treat Your Own Achilles Tendinitis).
Lastly, Section 4 covers supplemental training, which I feel is an often overlooked/skipped part of running training. Here you get info such as instructions and pics on how to strength train and stretch for running (important!!).
The book ends with a bonus section on how to qualify/train for the Boston Marathon. Additionally, you get an Appendix A (pacing table) and an Appendix B (how to calculate pacing).
Backed by studies conducted by the authors, this is a great resource for anyone who wants to get better results with less training.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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I'm a believer
Jan 20 2013
By JU
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Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I disagree completely with the reviewer who said this is not for seasoned runners. I have been running for years, and this book worked wonders for me. Most other running books advocate running crazy high mileage nearly six or seven days a week. I adhered to that philosophy for years and found that despite all of the junk miles, I was not getting much faster and I was getting injured often. This book describes the three quality running workouts for each week, lays out the exact paces you need to hit, and lets you get to work. Other running books encourage running weekly long runs at a much slower pace than you intend to run in the race, so your body is not getting used to that pace. If you want to race faster, you have to train faster, and this book adopts that philosophy. I started training with this book in June, and by December, I had new PRs in every distance I attempted, and I have been injury free. I am a firm believer!
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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Great training program: Training with Purpose
April 27 2012
By drameya
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
After completing 3 half marathon, I was beginning to plateau and was looking for a nice and robust training program to improve my pace. I came across this book from an email received from Runners World. Bought the New Edition after reading all the nice Reviews the customers had given to the first edition on Amazon. So very Glad that I am not disappointed.
RUNNING LESS appeals to me as I am short of time due to other commitments.
Also RUNNING FASTER is what I want to achieve.
The books Main Principle is RUNNING WITH PURPOSE. Each training run should have purpose so that one gets rid of his junk miles.
There are 3 Main Runs with 2 Cross training days
The 3 mains runs consist of:
#1. Speed Strides and Track Repeats (running shortest distance with fastest pace).
#2. Tempo Runs (running medium distance with fast pace)
#3. Long run (running longest distance with slowest pace)
Makes terrific sense to me!
SO I have started meticulously following the training program and am sure will improve my pace!
Also has sections on Nutrition, Stretching and Strength Training.
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR RUNNERS.
Have to thank the authors for such a wonderful training program.
RUNNING LESS appeals to me as I am short of time due to other commitments.
Also RUNNING FASTER is what I want to achieve.
The books Main Principle is RUNNING WITH PURPOSE. Each training run should have purpose so that one gets rid of his junk miles.
There are 3 Main Runs with 2 Cross training days
The 3 mains runs consist of:
#1. Speed Strides and Track Repeats (running shortest distance with fastest pace).
#2. Tempo Runs (running medium distance with fast pace)
#3. Long run (running longest distance with slowest pace)
Makes terrific sense to me!
SO I have started meticulously following the training program and am sure will improve my pace!
Also has sections on Nutrition, Stretching and Strength Training.
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR RUNNERS.
Have to thank the authors for such a wonderful training program.
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